Judgment as a matter of law in federal court: Who may move for JMOL at the close of the plaintiff's evidence, and when can either party renew?

• A. Plaintiff only; only at the close of the defense's case.
• B. Defendant only; after the close of the entire case.
• C. Defendant only; at the close of the plaintiff's evidence; both may move at the end of the case; renew within 28 days after judgment.
• D. Either party; at any time.

Answer: (C)